Alitas de Pollo, or Chicken Wings, are a popular dish in many Spanish-speaking countries. They are usually served as a appetizer or main course, and can be cooked in many different ways. This recipe is for a simple baked version of chicken wings.
Ingredients
- 1 kg chicken wings
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Method
- Preheat oven to 200 degrees C.
- In a small bowl, mix together paprika, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken wings.
- In a large baking dish or roasting pan, drizzle olive oil and toss to coat.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken wings are cooked through and crispy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and cilantro before serving.
Potential changes & improvements
There are many ways that you can change up this recipe to suit your tastes. Some possible changes include:
- Using different spices in the rub
- Adding a sauce or glaze after cooking
- Cooking the chicken wings in a BBQ or smoker
- Deep frying the chicken wings
What other food it works well with
Chicken wings go well with many other dishes. Some serving suggestions include:
- Served with a dipping sauce on the side
- Served with a salad or coleslaw
- Served with rice and beans
- Served with potato wedges or fries
Common Mistakes
When cooking chicken wings, there are a few common mistakes that can be made. These include:
- Not using enough spice in the rub
- Not cooking the chicken wings long enough
- Overcrowding the baking dish or pan
- Not using a high enough cooking temperature
Nutritional Information
Per serving:
- Calories: 456
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 109 mg
- Sodium: 505 mg
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
Allergens:
- Chicken